Quality Assurance Manager / QA Manager
Overview of the Role
The client is seeking a hands-on, site-based QA Manager to work closely with project teams and maintain high standards of quality and compliance across live construction projects.
The role will be split between the client’s Central London head office and overseeing multiple live projects across London, with a strong day-to-day site presence.
The Ideal Candidate
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Proven experience as a QA Manager / Quality Assurance Manager within the construction industry
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Strong site background, ideally gained within a main contractor environment
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Solid understanding of construction drawings, inspection regimes, and quality control processes
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Good working knowledge of the Building Safety Act (BSA)
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Comfortable being on site day to day and engaging directly with project teams
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Able to manage quality across multiple projects simultaneously
Key Responsibilities
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Work closely with project teams, site managers, and subcontractors to embed quality throughout all stages of construction
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Support the implementation and day-to-day operation of the Quality Management System (QMS)
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Review, interpret, and work confidently with construction drawings, specifications, and inspection frequencies
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Review and manage Project Quality Management Plans (PQMPs), Contractor Quality Plans (CQPs), and Inspection & Test Plans (ITPs)
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Carry out QA audits, inspections, and quality reviews, tracking and closing out non-conformances
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Ensure compliance with the Building Safety Act (BSA) and all associated quality and safety documentation
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Maintain accurate and up-to-date QA records and inspection reports, using digital systems where applicable
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Identify quality issues on site, challenge poor practice, and drive corrective actions
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Promote a positive quality culture through leadership, communication, and consistency